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Honey Roasted Carrots

Sweet and Spicy Honey Roasted Carrots for Any Occasion

Delightful Honey Roasted Carrots combine the sweetness of honey with a kick of cayenne, creating a healthy and versatile side dish for any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Roasted Carrots
  • 1 pound carrots peeled and sliced into 2-inch chunks
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
For the Glaze
  • 2 tablespoons butter or coconut oil for vegan option
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme or fresh parsley; dried thyme works

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • saucepan
  • Skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Peel the carrots and slice them diagonally into 2-inch chunks.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cut carrots with olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat.
  3. Spread the seasoned carrots in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roast the carrots for about 20 minutes.
  4. While the carrots are roasting, melt butter in a saucepan, stir in honey and cayenne, and cook until combined.
  5. Transfer roasted carrots to the skillet with the honey glaze and toss gently to coat.
  6. Sprinkle fresh thyme over the top, adjust seasoning if needed, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Freeze for long-term storage.

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